SCDPS releases number of citations issued for violating the new Hands-Free law in first 30 days of enforcement
Charleston County received the highest number of citations
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Nearly 3,500 drivers received citations for violating the state’s Hands-Free and Distracting Driving law during the first 30 days of enforcement.
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) reported it issued 1,994 of those citations between Feb. 24, 2026 – March 29, 2026, and that other law enforcement agencies issued 1,501 citations during the same time.
According to SCDPS, drivers in Charleston County violated the law the most with 470 citations issued there.
In Richland County, 184 drivers received citations.
SCDPS says the final numbers for the first 30 days of enforcement might be adjusted, as agencies have until the 10th day of the month to report data.
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